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Werner Herzog to be Honored at Nyon Film Festival; Venice Biennale Features Gyllenhaal and Tunnel Project

festival-fair · 2026-09-03

Werner Herzog will be honored at the Visions du Réel film festival in Nyon on April 8. The acclaimed director, known for his film 'Fitzcarraldo', which is considered one of the most extraordinary in cinema history, discussed his career and influences. He described Klaus Kinski as a stroke of luck and expressed admiration for Donald Trump. Meanwhile, the Venice Film Festival is set to feature a project by Maggie Gyllenhaal that focuses on women, and Herzog is also involved in a project involving tunnel digging. These events highlight the ongoing intersection of film and contemporary art, with Herzog's recognition underscoring his impact on cinematic and artistic culture.

Key facts

  • Werner Herzog will be honored at the Visions du Réel film festival in Nyon on April 8.
  • Herzog directed 'Fitzcarraldo', one of the most bizarre films in history.
  • Herzog considers Klaus Kinski a lucky find.
  • Herzog is impressed by Donald Trump.
  • The Venice Film Festival will feature a project by Maggie Gyllenhaal focusing on women.
  • Herzog is involved in a project that involves digging tunnels.
  • The Nyon festival is dedicated to documentary and visual arts.
  • The Venice Film Festival is scheduled to take place in 2025.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Visions du Réel
  • Venice Film Festival

Locations

  • Nyon
  • Switzerland
  • Venice
  • Italy

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